Accountant

About the Organization Action for Agricultural Renewal in Maharashtra (AFARM) was established in 1+6+ as a network of organizations and still continues to be functional as one of the oldest networks of Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) in Maharashtra with ever expanding membership. AFARM's identity emerged from an acute need for an apex institution to co-ordinate and support the efforts of Voluntary Organizations to provide water and agricultural extension services in drought affected villages in Maharashtra. AFARM has always contributed in strengthening the capacities of small organizations to enable them to manage their affairs in the long run and gain credibility among people, government and social sector. AFARM provides techno-managerial support to these NGOs and therefore, seeks its footprints through these network organizations. AFARM over the years has believed in collaborative participatory approach; faith in people has been the driver. In the decades, when many NGOs took a professional approach in development sector, AFARM has maintained networking as the bottom-line during its more than five decades’ journey · Vision: To act as a platform for the Voluntary Organizations for promotion of sustainable & Development. · Mission: To build the capacity of various stakeholders through the Networking, Research & Advocacy, Implementation Support and Consultancy Efforts to expedite the effectiveness of an all-round Development of the rural poor. More information about AFARM’s work in Maharashtra can be found at www.afarm.org About the Position We are looking for an Accountant – (CSR Projects) to join our Finance team. The duties shall include bookkeeping, administrative work, Prepare utilization statements, Donor reporting and vendor coordination, and others detailed below. She/he will ensure proper record maintenance aligning with organization HR and Financial policy. The position requires a full-time presence in Pune/ Nandurbar with a commitment of 40-48 hours per week and the candidate shall report to the Chief Finance Manager. Duration The position is for an initial term of one years but may be extended thereafter as per the avaibility of fund and projects. Scope of work ● Coordinating with Projects team members for vendor bills. ● Coordinating with the finance team ensuring timely payment, and acknowledging the payment details with related people. ● Maintaining and updating weekly payment/cheque register. ● Maintaining all kinds of supporting documentation for our Internal and external audits. ● Updating statutory filing documents on the drive periodically. ● Maintaining the fixed asset register and conducting physical verification every Year. ● Ensuring the project office-related payments (such as rent, electricity, telephone bills, internet payments and office supplies) are done on time. ● Maintaining vendor agreements / (hard and soft copies) in respective folders. ● Field verification of project beneficiaries. ● Developing and maintaining a database of vendors; and negotiating with them to procure goods with the project team. ● Negotiate improvements in supplier performance. ● Developing systems and procedures to procure office items/goods as required by the project, including capital. ● Supporting all travel and logistics for project team members. ● Other responsibilities may be assigned from time to time by the line Manager Required experience and qualifications ● Graduate in Commerce with a minimum of 2-3 years of experience in Finance and Admin (preferably in the social development sector) ● Good knowledge of Office 365, SharePoint; knowledge in Tally and ERP is preferred. ● Minimum of 2 years of post-qualification experience in admin and operations in a sizable organisation ● Ability to understand admin and finance processes. ● Ability and willingness to travel based on the job’s need How to apply Interested applicants can apply to [email protected] cc: [email protected], using “Accountant- CSR Projects” in the subject line, with the following documents in a PDF format: ● CV (including two professional references) ● Cover letter(explain how your qualifications and previous experience equip you for this position) Deadline: 30th May 2026 The position will remain open until filled. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Remuneration The Annual Compensation for this position shall be INR3,50,000 to 3,75,000 Per Annum. It shall be commensurate with experience and skills. Other benefits and employment policies 1. Group Health Insurance: We cover health insurance for you and your loved ones for up to INR 2 lakh. 2. Accidental and Janta Policy : We cover Accidental policy to every employee yearly. 3. Ex gratia: As per the Gross annual salary 8.5% (T&C apply) 4. Leave policy: We offer annually 21 days Paid leave along with 12 public holidays. 5. Provident Fund & Gratuity: All our full-time employees are eligible for applicable EPF and Gratuity benefits.